Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic 3D1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 3D1 was announced 9 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera 4G so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the 3D1 scores versus the Galaxy Camera 4G in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic 3D1 comes with outer dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic 3D1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the 3D1 versus the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 3D1 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 93 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 3D1 and Galaxy Camera 4G.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to resolve more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older 3D1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.